About BestLuggageGuide

BestLuggageGuide is an independent review site. Worked six years as a gate agent at O'Hare, where he watched thousands of bags get thrown, stacked, crushed, and occasionally lost. Now reviews luggage full time. Has flown 120+ segments a year for the last four years and owns 11 bags in active rotation.

Who's Behind This

Marcus, based in Chicago, Illinois, has been testing carry-on luggage & travel gear for years. Every review on this site comes from hands-on time with the actual product — not spec sheets.

How We Test

• ✅ No sponsored reviews. We never accept payment for placements.
• ✅ Honest comparisons. If a product isn't good, we'll tell you.
• ✅ Transparent methodology. We explain exactly how we test and rate.
• ✅ Affiliate disclosure. Some links earn us a commission at no cost to you.

What We Believe

• A suitcase is a rental you buy. The airline will treat it like it's disposable, so buy one that survives the treatment.
• The weight limit is a contract. A 9-pound case eats 9 pounds of your 50. Every ounce of case weight is stolen from your packing.
• Hardside wins the visual argument; softside wins the practical one. The right choice depends on what you pack, not what looks better in the ad.
• Zippers are the first thing to die. The second is the handle. If both survive 20 flights, the bag was worth the money.

Contact

📧 Reach us at webmaster@bestluggageguide.com